1984 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
